Tofu Veggie Stir Fry

Ok, so in theory I always wanted to eat more tofu and like it. But , the reality was I really didn’t like it. Or at least I thought I didn’t. Determined to get more plant-based protein into our diets and eat less meat, I got to work figuring out how to actually cook it. And what I found was 1) It was all in the preparation, and 2) I LOVED it! As did Isabella. The key to cooking tofu really is to get the water out of it so don’t skip that step! Here is one of our favorite tofu recipes:

-Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Drain the tofu and place between layers of paper towels. Place a pan on top of it weighted down with cans or something heavy.
-Let it dry for about 30 min and chop into 1″ pieces.
-Arrange tofu on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 min, turning once halfway through, until brown. This will dry out the tofu and help give it a more meat-like texture.
-Whisk together all of the sauce ingredients
To a large skillet over med-high heat, add oil. Add veggies and toss to coat. Cook for 5-7 min, stirring often. Add the sauce and stir. It should bubble and thicken. Then add the tofu and stir to coat.
Cook the mixture for 3-5 minutes, stirring often.

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Hi, I’m Vanessa and welcome to my blog! I live in Downtown Brooklyn with my husband Bill and 6 year old daughter Isabella. A little about me and why I started this blog: I had built a successful career in the Fashion Industry for almost 20 years. I worked full time hours and traveled a lot. After my daughter was born, I began to realize more and more that this was not how I wanted to live my life. I wanted to do something with more flexibility that would allow me to spend more time with my family. I am now a Stay at Home Mom since December 2013 (I still can’t believe it sometimes!), with my own business as a natural health and wellness consultant and I’ve never been happier!

I am passionate about sharing with other moms easy ways they can make their families and their homes just a little healthier and greener. Here is where I share recipes and ways to get kids to eat healthier, my favorite healthy living tips, day to day life as a mom, and of course, all things Brooklyn. Thanks so much for visiting!